Benefits Consultant

Location Address:

9521 San Mateo NE Albuquerque, NM 87113-2237

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $72,134.40 Maximum Offer $110,136.00 Now Hiring: Benefits Consultant

Summary:

Responsible for the financial analysis, administration, and compliance of PHS benefit programs, including Health & Welfare and Retirement plans (qualified and non-qualified). Ensures accuracy of financial records, timely processing of plan transactions, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective program management while supporting a positive employee benefits experience. Type of Opportunity: Full time Job Exempt: Yes Job is based: Reverend Hugh Cooper Administrative Center Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

Benefits Administration

• Analyze, design, and manage benefit plans including Pension, 403(b), 401(a), 401(k), 457(b), 457(f), and NQ plans

• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of benefits to employees, retirees, and beneficiaries

• Maintain financial integrity of benefit plan records and assets

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulations

• Prepare and support required filings (e.g., Form 5500)

• Develop and maintain plan policies, procedures, and documentation

Communications

• Develop and deliver clear benefit communications for employees, leadership, and candidates

• Support communication of plan changes, updates, and required notices

Accounting & Audit

• Coordinate audits and provide required documentation to external auditors

• Support financial reporting and internal controls to safeguard plan assets

• Produce reports for leadership, fiduciaries, and auditors

Systems & Data Management

• Maintain HRIS and benefits systems, ensuring data accuracy and reporting integrity

• Support system enhancements, integrations, and reporting needs

• Utilize technical expertise (e.g., PresSource) to manage benefit data and processes

Project Management

• Lead and support benefits-related projects

• Manage timelines, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful completion

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field

• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration, accounting, auditing, or retirement plan compliance

• Knowledge of Health & Welfare and Retirement plans and applicable regulations (ERISA, IRS, DOL)

• Experience with HRIS and benefits systems

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint (Access preferred)

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

All benefits-eligible Presbyterian employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, group term life insurance and other optional voluntary benefits.

Wellness
Presbyterian's Employee Wellness rewards program is designed to provide you with engaging opportunities to enhance your health and activate your well-being. Earn gift cards and more by taking an active role in our personal well-being by participating in wellness activities like wellness challenges, webinar, preventive screening and more.

Why work at Presbyterian?
As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

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